Turn Your Passion Into Purpose

Build your career with Swim Angelfish and make a lasting difference in the lives of swimmers of all abilities through adaptive aquatics.

EXPLORE ROLES

Make a Difference. Transform Abilities. Join Swim Angelfish.

At Swim Angelfish, we put the individual needs of each swimmer first. Our specialized Swim Whisperers® approach combines therapeutic knowledge with swim instruction or aquatic therapy techniques to help swimmers with disabilities and diverse needs gain confidence, safety, and greater independence in the water.

When you join Swim Angelfish, you’ll use your skills to create individualized learning experiences that help swimmers thrive. You’ll also become part of a team that supports one another and celebrates the progress of every child.

Explore Our Roles

There are several ways to build your career with Swim Angelfish. We regularly hire Adaptive Swim Instructors, Aquatic Therapists (OT/PT/COTA/PTA), and Lifeguards.

Why Build Your Career With Swim Angelfish?

We’ve created a supportive team environment where you can develop your skills, learn from experienced healthcare professionals, and find purpose in work that makes a meaningful difference to swimmers and their families.

  • Competitive Pay
  • Flexible, part-time schedules
  • Paid Specialized Training

  • Mentorship

  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Collaborative Team Culture
  • Benefits That Support You

Who We’re Looking For

Are you caring, curious, and passionate about helping swimmers succeed?

Experience in swimming, education, therapy, coaching, special education, recreation, or related fields is welcome, but no prior adaptive aquatics experience is required. We provide the training and support you need to get started.

We are looking for people who are:

  • Reliable, professional, and team-oriented
  • Comfortable working with children and communicating with families
  • Confident in the water
  • Interested in working with special needs?
  • Eager to learn and develop new skills

Current Available Roles

Adaptive Swim Instructor

Teach swimmers with disabilities and diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver individualized swim instruction in private, semi-private, and group lessons for swimmers with disabilities and diverse needs
  • Adapt activities, communication, and teaching strategies to meet each swimmer where they are
  • Help swimmers develop swim skills, confidence, water safety, and greater independence
  • Build positive relationships with swimmers and families and celebrate progress along the way
  • Work as part of a supportive team and continue developing your adaptive teaching skills

We’re looking for:

  • A swim instructor who is patient, positive, creative, and comfortable working with children
  • Someone who is confident in the water and enjoys finding different ways to help swimmers learn
  • WSI, BSI, or SAI certification preferred, but not required — we can provide the specialized training you need to get started in adaptive aquatics
  • Someone who is curious, eager to learn, and open to feedback and mentorshipThis is a part-time role, with afternoon/evening and/or weekend shifts.

This is a part-time role, with afternoon/evening and/or weekend shifts.

Curious if it’s the right fit? Reach out, we’d love to talk with you and discuss the role!

Pediatric Aquatic Therapist
OTR/PT

Provide aquatic therapy to support children’s therapeutic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver individualized aquatic therapy sessions for people of all ages
  • Develop engaging activities that support each child’s functional and therapeutic needs
  • Use the properties of water to support goals such as movement, strength, coordination, endurance, sensory regulation, and independence
  • Build positive relationships with children and families and collaborate on progress and treatment planning
  • Document sessions and contribute to a supportive, collaborative team

We’re looking for:

  • A licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Physical Therapist (PT) who enjoys working with children and families
  • Someone who is curious, creative, and eager to learn, and wants therapy to feel like play
  • A therapist interested in using the water in creative ways to support functional goals, confidence, and independence
  • Someone who values individualized care, collaboration, and helping every child thrive

This is a part-time role, with afternoon/evening and/or weekend shifts.

Have questions? We’re happy to connect and share more about the role.

Pediatric Aquatic Therapy Assistant COTA/PTA

Support therapists and swimmers during aquatic therapy sessions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support individualized aquatic therapy sessions for people of all ages under the direction of a licensed OT/PT
  • Carry out activities from established treatment plans in ways that are engaging, playful, and appropriate for each child
  • Help children build movement skills, confidence, participation, and independence in the water
  • Build positive relationships with children and families and communicate with the supervising therapist about progress
  • Contribute to a supportive, collaborative therapy team

We’re looking for:

  • A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who enjoys working with children and families
  • Someone who is curious, creative, patient, and eager to learn, and wants therapy to feel like play
  • Someone who is comfortable in the water and interested in developing their skills in pediatric aquatic therapy
  • Someone who values individualized care, collaboration, and helping every child thrive

This is a part-time role, with afternoon/evening and/or weekend shifts.

Questions? Let’s connect! We’re always happy to chat about the opportunity.

Lifeguard

Help keep our swimmers and team safe in the water.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct supervision and maintain a safe, supportive pool environment during instructional swim
  • Monitor swimmers closely, particularly in the deep end of the pool
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies and incidents and administer first aid as needed
  • Follow all opening, closing, and emergency procedures
  • Keep the pool deck clean, organized, and free of unnecessary equipment
  • Support instructors and staff with adaptive swim programming and daily pool operations
  • Communicate positively and professionally with parents, swimmers, and team members
  • Attend required staff meetings and in-service trainings
  • Report serious incidents and complete other duties as assigned

We’re looking for:

  • A lifeguard who is attentive, responsible, professional, and dependable
  • Someone who is confident in the water and comfortable supervising children and swimmers of all abilities
  • Current lifeguard certification from Red Cross or another nationally recognized organization
  • Current Professional Rescue CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required
  • Someone who is comfortable working with children and families and providing a welcoming experience
  • Someone who is willing to learn, participate in training, and work as part of a team

This is a part-time role, with afternoon/evening and/or weekend shifts.

Wondering if this role is right for you? Reach out, we’d love to connect and chat more!

How to Apply

Ready to turn your passion into purpose?

Please send your cover letter and resume with the application below to the email address listed on the application. We’ll be in touch with next steps once your application has been received.

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Swim Angelfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.